iPhone 4S Buying Guide: Pros and Cons, and Who Should Buy


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Pros and Cons of the iPhone 4S

Still debating whether or not to spring for the new iPhone 4S tomorrow? While it does come with some shiny new hardware (and software) inside, not everyone will benefit from an upgrade. Debate no more — here, the pros and cons of the new smartphone, complete with a verdict on who should buy it and who should skip it. Pros New camera — The 8MP camera with simple editing features (crop, Read more

The Pros and Cons of Chewing Gum


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by Heather Dale · 10 comments

The Pros and Cons of Chewing Gum

In addition to lip chap and my cell phone, gum rounds out my list of essential purse items. But when it comes to chewing gum in general, how much do we really know about these tasty, rubbery pieces we regularly munch on? Are there any benefits to chomping? Health Benefits Heartburn relief: In 2005, researchers found that the saliva stimulated by chewing seemed to neutralize the digestive Read more

The Good and the Bad: Working Out With Your Significant Other


Updated 03/02/11 12:50 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Pros and Cons of Working Out as a Couple

A dose of healthy competition doesn't hurt anyone, right? Ask one member of a competitive couple and you'll probably hear a different answer. Despite best efforts, it's easy to fall into a routine and gain weight when you're in a relationship — especially a new one. (If you're concerned about this, get a few tips here!) Working out with your significant other is a great way to spend quality Read more

Puzzling Out a Relationship's Pros and Cons


Updated 01/01/11 4:16 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 16 comments

Making a Pros and Cons List in a Relationship

I opened my in-flight magazine on a recent trip to find the crossword puzzle and cartoon page covered entirely by a list, with "Susan" on one side and "Les" on the other. Someone had obviously been weighing the pros and cons of two women — very thoroughly. Under Susan are such pros as "sex is damn good" and "good cook," while the Les side says the sex was just "adequate" but that she's an Read more

Steppin' Out: Pros and Cons of the Stair Climber


Updated 12/01/09 9:36 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

Steppin' Out: Pros and Cons of the Stair Climber

With daylight saving time, those who used to fit their workouts in after work will be left in the dark. So working out in a gym is a great option. There are so many cardio machines to choose from, ranging from the ever-popular treadmill, to the lower-impact elliptical, to the stationary bike. The stair climber is another option that I don't see too many people using. Check out the chart below to Read more

Pros and Cons of the Stationary Bike


Updated 11/30/09 1:11 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Pros and Cons of the Stationary Bike

I love riding my bike outside, but if it's raining or too dark out, the stationary bike is a great option for me. Since it may not be the most popular cardio machine at the gym, there's usually one available. Here are some pros and cons to think about when hopping on one. Pros Cons Since you keep your stationary bike inside, you can always get in a workout no matter the weather or time Read more

Pros and Cons of the Elliptical


Updated 12/16/09 7:05 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Pros and Cons of the Elliptical

Since running is one of my favorite forms of cardio, I'm a big fan of the treadmill when I can't get outside for a run. I'm also big into the elliptical, and by the looks of my gym, it appears tons of other people are too. While it's a popular piece of gym equipment for so many reasons, there are also some disadvantages to using one. Check out the chart below to see if an elliptical is the right Read more

A Little About Coconut Oil


Updated 04/28/08 7:38 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 13 comments

A Little About Coconut Oil

While I feel that coconut water may be nature's sports drink, I have always been a bit wary of the claims people make about coconut oil. I was happy to read a nutritional explanation of the oil from a source I can trust – Lance's Armstrong's trainer Chris Carmichael. Well, not his trainer exactly, but a nutritionist on Carmichael's team. The article has lots of great information on coconut oil Read more

The Pros and Cons of Snacking


Updated 10/24/11 6:53 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

The Pros and Cons of Snacking

Snacking has endured a bad reputation for a very long time, but it seems to be coming back into vogue. There are pros and cons to the habit and one should never snack mindlessly, of course! Here are some of the pros and cons to snacking. The Pros Snacking can fill nutritional gaps and boost your intake of fruits and veggies. This of course is only true if you are snacking on fresh fruits and Read more

The Pros and Cons of Office Romance


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The Pros and Cons of Dating a Co-Worker

Dating a co-worker can be a thrilling and wonderful thing — that is until the relationship falters. Here are seven pros and cons of dating (and breaking up with) a co-worker so you know what to expect before you decide to get involved. Pro: Forbidden love can be hot and passionate. Con: You might have to keep your relationship a secret from co-workers. If the office does find out, it can Read more